• Microsoft 365 Word 2021, Word 2019, Word 2016, and Word 2013 can open PDF in Word.
  • It is possible that the PDF-to-Word conversation can have formatting issues.
  • Most online tools have limitations on how many pages you can convert.

Method 1: Convert Web Page to PDF to Word

Most browsers allow you to convert any webpage to a PDF file. On Windows, you can use the browser’s Microsoft Print to PDF or Save as PDF option. You can then use Microsoft Office to open the PDF and convert it into a Word file.

Step 1: First, visit the web page you want to save. Next, press CTRL + P , and select Microsoft Print to PDF from the printer dropdown.

Step 2: Click the Print button and save the PDF file at your desired location.

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Step 3: Open Microsoft Word, click File > Open , select the PDF file, and click the Open button.

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Step 4: You will receive a prompt from Microsoft Word stating that it will convert the PDF file to an editable Word document and optimize it. It will also warn the final output to be different from the original.

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Step 5: Once you click on OK , the PDF file will be converted and opened in editable format.

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If you don’t see the Print to PDF option, check our detailed guide to troubleshoot the issue .

Method 2: Using an Online Tool

If you don’t have Microsoft Word or the Office version that supports PDF or don’t want to go through additional steps, an online tool is the best alternative.

Step 1: Open Freeconvert Webpage to Docx page and click the Enter Webpage button

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Step 2: Select the source as Enter Webpage from the dropdown. You can also use an HTML file if you have saved it on your PC or Mac.

Step 3: In the Add Webpage by URL prompt, paste the webpage link and click on Submit .

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Step 4: To complete the process, click the Convert button, wait for a few moments, and click on Download to save your Word file.

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You can add multiple URLs to this online tool and bulk convert pages.

How Do You Convert HTML Files to Word?

Like PDF and other popular formats, Microsoft Word supports HTML. So, if you have a website saved on your PC or Mac, use the Open menu to select the HTML file, which will automatically convert to a Word document.

How Do I Insert HTML Into Word?

You can use the Microsoft Word Object feature to add an HTML view of a website or HTML in Word. To do so, select the Create from File section and choose an HTML file.

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  • You may start by enabling the Microsoft Print to PDF feature.
  • Running the printer troubleshooter will fix any underlying problems that cause this printer issue.
  • If the issue is caused by outdated or corrupt drivers, uninstalling and reinstalling the printer should work.

Fix 1: Ensure Print to PDF Is Enabled in Windows Features

Microsoft Print to PDF integrates into the Print dialog box on your PC. Sometimes, the feature no longer appears when you open the Print dialog box for a certain file. Whatever the reason, you can ensure the feature is enabled with the following steps.

Step 1: Click the Start button, type Windows Features , and click the first result .

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Step 2: Find and check the box for Microsoft Print to PDF .

Note : If it’s already enabled, disable it and wait a few seconds. Then, repeat the steps to open Windows Features and enable the feature again.

Step 3: After that, click on OK .

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If you need to install it, follow the on-screen instructions and proceed. Reboot your PC and open the Print dialog once again. You should see the Print to PDF option back.

Now, you can save images and perform other functions using Microsoft Print as PDF.

Fix 2: Run the Print Troubleshooter

Using the built-in print troubleshooter would resolve most problems and is a good fix when Microsoft Print to PDF is not working on Windows 11.

Step 1: Click the Start button, type Control Panel , and press Ente r to open the Control Panel on your Windows 11 PC.

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Step 2: Click on View devices and printers under Hardware and Sound.

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Step 3: Click Printer & scanners .

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Step 4: Click Microsoft Print to PDF .

Step 5: Click on Run the troubleshooter and follow the wizard to complete the process.

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Step 6: Click Next and follow the wizard to complete the troubleshooting.

Fix 3: Uninstall and Reinstall Print to PDF Drivers

Your PC comes with Microsoft Print to PDF drivers pre-installed by default. If you haven’t updated these drivers recently, they could have become obsolete, preventing the feature from functioning. Uninstall the drivers and reinstall them using the steps below.

Step 1: Click the Start button, type Control Panel , and press Ente r to open the Control Panel on your Windows 11 PC.

Step 2: Click on View devices and printers under Hardware and Sound.

Step 3: Click Printer & scanners > Microsoft Print to PDF .

Step 4: Lastly, click on Remove .

Now, you may reinstall it by following the steps below.

Step 5: Click the Windows button, type Windows PowerShell , and select Run as Administrator from the right pane.

Step 6: Type the following command and hit Enter :

Enable-WindowsOptionalFeature -online -FeatureName Printing-PrintToPDFServices-Features -All
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Step 7: You should see the text True next to Online. This confirms that the feature has been re-enabled.

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Step 8: Finally, restart your computer and check if Print to PDF works as intended.

Fix 4: Set Print to PDF as Your Default Printer

Print to PDF is essentially a software feature that emulates the presence of an actual printer. Hence, setting it as your default printer might be a good option. This way, giving the print command on any document should automatically trigger Print to PDF. Here’s how to set it as your default printer on Windows 11.

Step 1: Click the Start button, type Control Panel , and press Ente r to open the Control Panel on your Windows 11 PC.

Step 2: Click on View devices and printers under Hardware and Sound.

Step 3: Click Printer & scanners .

Step 4: Disable Let Windows manage my default printer .

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Step 5: Click Microsoft Print to PDF .

Step 6: Lastly, click Set as default .

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